Epic Media Releases NEOPHYTE Russian Crime Drama on YouTube

February 26, 2023 03:07 ET | Source: Epic Media

MOSCOW, RUSSIA--(Marketwired - Feb 26, 2023) - Epic Media is excited to announce the release of its latest crime drama, "NEOPHYTE," on YouTube. Set in 1957 Leningrad, the series follows the story of Maria Krapivina, a newly graduated law student who begins working in the Leningrad criminal investigation office. Despite facing skepticism and jokes from her colleagues, Maria is determined to solve a case involving a traitor within the department. Along the way, she must navigate difficult relationships with her colleagues and uncover secrets about her own family.

The series stars Yana Gladkikh, Nikita Efremov, Alexander Yatsenko, Taisiya Vilkova, and Yulia Aug, and is directed by Oksana Karas. Epic Media, a leading creative and production company in Russia, founded in 2008, produced and distributed the series.

History of Leningrad

Leningrad, now known as St. Petersburg, is a city located in western Russia. It was founded by Tsar Peter the Great in 1703 and served as the capital of the Russian Empire until 1918. It was renamed Leningrad in 1924 in honor of Vladimir Lenin, the leader of the Bolshevik Revolution.

During World War II, Leningrad was besieged by German and Finnish forces for over 900 days, causing widespread starvation and death among the city's residents. Despite the siege, the city did not fall to the enemy and the siege was lifted in 1944.

After the war, Leningrad was rebuilt and became an important center for culture and education, with many museums and universities. In 1991, after the fall of the Soviet Union, the city's original name, St. Petersburg, was restored. Today, it is a major tourist destination known for its beautiful architecture, art, and history.

Don't miss out on the thrilling and suspenseful "NEOPHYTE," now available for streaming on YouTube at https://tinyurl.com/NEO-PHYTE.

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